Who we work with

Effective collaboration with other actors in UK healthcare systems is key to our work.

We say systems in the plural, because health policies and structures vary across the UK.

We have offices in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Through them we build and maintain relationships with relevant organisations and politicians. This helps us be clear on the differences between the UK’s healthcare systems. It also means we hear the views of key interest groups and regulatory and improvement bodies. Together, this helps us develop relevant policy and guidance.

We collaborate in particular on legislation, policy, harm reduction and data sharing. But we also work with our partners to support and promote patient safety and good medical practice more generally.

We help to protect patients and improve medical education and practice in the UK by setting standards for students and doctors. We support them in achieving and exceeding those standards, and take action when they are not met.